HARRY HUGHES, Governor                                      1653

BY adding to

Article 78B - Racing Commission

Section 8A and 17(b)(9) and (10) Section 19(a)(5)
Annotated Code of Maryland
(1980 Replacement Volume and 1984 Supplement)

Preamble

WHEREAS, Maryland has enjoyed, for countless years, the rich
tradition of thoroughbred racing; and

WHEREAS, Maryland's racing and breeding industries generate
nearly one billion dollars annually and employ 18,000 people, and

WHEREAS, The revitalization of this industry and assistance
in helping it meet the challenge of increased competition from
neighboring states is in the best interest of the general welfare
and economic health of

SECTION 1. BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF
MARYLAND, That the Laws of Maryland read as follows:

Article 78B - Racing Commission

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